Rachel H

I'm a dependable, cheerful assistant with a solid work ethic and strong organizational skills, seeking a dental assistant position. I'm fantastic at managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling administrative tasks with precision. I learn quickly and enjoy new tasks and skill sets. I get a kick out of streamlining processes to enhance productivity, I love a good system and seeing it work. I try to see the bright side in things and love to be of assistance, doing things with intention.

Lead Assistant - Arden Premier Dentistry - Arden, NC

(2024-05)

In addition to all of the cool stuff dental assistants do as part of their job, I also:

• helped organize events including free clinics and workshops
• Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, customers and vendors
• Implemented new processes to increase efficiency within the practice
• Performed data entry tasks accurately and efficiently using various and constantly changing software applications
• Maintained confidential information, organized files and updated records in a meticulous and timely manner
• Tracked inventory levels of office supplies ensuring adequate stock is available when needed, ordering supplies and overseeing the practice budget monthly

Dental Assistant - Parkview Dental - Asheville, NC

(2006-01 - 2024-05)

I assisted three busy dentists in a high volume practice providing dental care to patients, I truly loved it here but after 17 years was ready for a change. OSHA Office Manager. CPR Certified Instructor for the practice since 2013

• Performed chairside duties such as suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics
• Sterilized and disinfected instruments and treatment rooms
• Scheduled appointments for patients using the office management system software
• Managed patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of all information
• Answered phone calls promptly and responded to inquiries regarding appointment scheduling or billing issues with accuracy
• Ensured that all medical records were kept up-to-date and accurate
• Communicated professionally with other healthcare providers about treatment plans for individual patients
• Being a rockstar in general!